About the Role

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is seeking a motivated Coordinator, Emergency Management to join the Transperth Train Operations (TTO) team. Reporting to the Safety Manager, this role is responsible for providing direction and oversight of the PTA’s emergency management procedures and operations.

Key duties and responsibilities include:

Lead and manage emergency management systems and functions across the PTA, including continuous improvement initiatives and strategic planning.

Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, such as annual exercise planning, emergency manual development, and training for key personnel.

Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including senior PTA staff and emergency response agencies, to ensure effective collaboration and response.

Represent the PTA on multi-agency emergency management committees and during inter-agency emergency exercises.

Oversee emergency management systems, including the Emergency Management System and Emergency Callout System, ensuring they are maintained, reviewed, and fit for purpose.

About You

To excel in this role, you should possess:

Relevant qualifications and/or experience in a discipline related to emergency management.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and provide high-quality, customer-focused service.

Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise reports.

Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a demonstrated capacity to assess issues and identify effective solutions.

About Us

The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. Our purpose is to provide safe, customer-focused, integrated, and efficient transport services that align with our core values.

At the PTA, we hold five core values dear: safety, respect, recognition, integrity, and sustainability. These values guide everything we do, ensuring a workplace where safety is paramount, respect is fundamental, achievements are celebrated, integrity is unwavering, and sustainability is integral to our mission.

As a fast-growing economy, Western Australia’s public transport system, under the PTA, is recognised as the best in Australia and one of the most efficient, clean, and safe networks globally. Rail transport plays a vital role in our continued success and growth, exemplified by our numerous projects such as METRONET, designed to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, and at the PTA, we are dedicated to delivering on our vision and purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.

You Can Expect

Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways

Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym

Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles

Supportive Team Environment

Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round.

There is currently one fixed term opportunity available to 31 December 2026 with the possibility of renewal and/or permanency. Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies on a fixed term or permanent basis that may arise within the next 12 months

To be eligible to work at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident or hold a valid work visa until 31 December 2026.

The PTA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further Information

Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any specific requirements relevant to appointment.

Please contact Mark Harrington on (08) 9326 2547 for specific information about the role.

For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.

For technical difficulties, please contact the RAMS helpdesk at 1300 733 056 or email [email protected].

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to provide the following:

A comprehensive CV with two work related referees.

A cover letter (of no longer than two pages) addressing the criteria below:

Please outline how your experience is transferable to an emergency management role within an operational environment and explain how it aligns with the requirements of this position.

Describe a time when you provided guidance and information related to Emergency Management, including the outcome and any key findings that resulted from the situation.

Applicants must apply online, using the ‘Apply’ button at the top of the screen. This will take you to the WA Jobs board www.jobs.wa.gov.au where you will need to follow the instructions listed on the advert. If not directed straight to the position, please key Position Number 36591 in the web search box.

All applications must be submitted through the PTA website, or the WA Government jobs portal. Applications received via other platforms will not be considered.

Please note RAMS will be unavailable from 5:00 am Saturday 25 October 2025 to 10:00 pm Sunday 26 October 2025 (AWST) for planned maintenance. Applicants will have no access during this period.

Please note you will be required to complete the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form and an Australian National Police Clearance should you become the recommended applicant through the recruitment process. Adverse outcomes of Integrity reviews and NPC’s will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process. All PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening. Suitable applicants may also need to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment.